HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 25248-12-2021 ORDINANCE NO. 25248-12-2021
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND APPROPRIATIONS
IN THE GRANTS OPERATING FEDERAL FUND, SUBJECT TO RECEIPT OF
THE GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT UP TO $24,282.00, FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FUNDING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRAINING AND SERVICES,
PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; MAKING THIS ORDINANCE
CUMULATIVE OF PRIOR ORDINANCES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES
IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH,TEXAS:
SECTION 1.
That in addition to those amounts allocated to the various City departments for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 in the
Budget of the City Manager,there shall also be increased estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants
Operating Federal Fund,subject to the receipt of the grant,in the amount up to$24,282.00,for the purpose
of funding workforce development training and services.
SECTION 2.
That should any portion, section or part of a section of this ordinance be declared invalid, inoperative or
void for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction,such decision, opinion or judgment shall in no way
impair the remaining portions, sections, or parts of sections of this ordinance, which said remaining
provisions shallbe and remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3.
That this ordinance shall be cumulative of Ordinance 25073-09-2021 and all other ordinances and
appropriations amending the same except in those instances where the provisions of this ordinance are in
direct conflict with such other ordinances and appropriations, in which instance said conflicting provisions
ofsaid prior ordinances and appropriations are hereby expressly repealed.
SECTION 4.
This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: CITY SECRETARY
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Jannette S.Goodall(Dec 15,202115:46 CST)
Assistant City Attorney Jannette S. Goodall
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ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE: December 14, 2021
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 12/14/21 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-1000
LOG NAME: 84TSLAC GRANT-TEXAS SUPPORTS LIBRARIES ARPA 2022
SUBJECT
(ALL) Ratify Application for and Authorize Acceptance of the Texas Supports Libraries 2022 Grant from the Texas State Library and Archives
Commission in an Amount of$24,282.00 for the Purpose of Funding Workforce Development Training and Services,Authorize Execution of
Related Grant Agreement,and Adopt Attached Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify application for,and authorize acceptance of the Texas Supports Libraries 2022 Grant from the Texas State Library and Archives
Commission in an amount of$24,282.00 for the purpose of funding workforce development training and services;
2. Authorize the execution of a related Grant Agreement with the Texas State Library and Archives Commission;and
3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund in an
amount of$24,282.00 for the purpose of funding workforce development training and services.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication(M&C)is to ratify the application submitted to the Texas State Library and Archives
Commission(TSLAC)for the Texas Supports Libraries 2022 Grant.This M&C also:authorizes acceptance,authorizes execution of a related grant
agreement,and adopts the attached appropriation ordinance.This is a federal grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services(IMLS)and
is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act(ARPA),Subtitle A(Education Matters)and will be awarded to the City through TSLAC.The Texas
Supports Libraries Grant Program promotes access to internet-connected resources and services to meet community and personal goals and
support use of resources and services successfully.This grant supports the Fort Worth Public Library's workforce development training program by
funding:the purchase of digital skills training software and licenses;training for library staff who will conduct public instructional classes;the
purchase of iPads for use with this project;and providing funds to promote and market the services to potential student participants.
This is a reimbursement grant in the amount up to$24,282.00 that does not require the City to provide matching funds. Indirect cost is not
applicable as a budget category under this grant.The grant term begins upon execution of the agreement and ends August 31,2022. However,all
grant funds must be obligated by July 31,2022.
A Form 1295 is not required because:This contract will be with a governmental entity,state agency or public institution of higher education:Texas
State Library and Archives Commission
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance,funds
will be available in the current operating budget,as appropriated, in the Grants Operating Federal Fund. The Library(and Financial Management
Services)will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to an expenditure being incurred,the Library has the
responsibility to validate the availability of funds. This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Dana Burghdoff 8018
Originating Business Unit Head: Manya Shorr 7706
Additional Information Contact: Marilyn Marvin 7708